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Our Philosophy We deal with a small number of animals, so we can have a personal relationship with each of them. Since we
aren't as spry as we once were, we wanted animals that were smaller and extremely gentle - that is what we breed for,
we also select for milking ability, good carcass size and naturally polled (to minimize trauma). Good conformation is essential
to longevity and good health. We believe humane treatment is paramount, even those animals destined for the table are
treated as pets. Our animals get those vaccinations required by law and good husbandry. Because parasites
can be a problem for any grazing animal, ours are on a regular worming schedule.
The cows, for the most part, seemed to enjoy getting
away to the 2011 Puyallup Spring Fair. We have been taking animals to Spring Fair since it started
in the late 80's (of course then we just hauled in and showed Pygmy Goats). This wasn't the wettest Spring Fair, but it was certainly in the running for the coldest - which didn't make the
girls any happier out at the wash rack. "Bath time" really is a testament to their pleasant and forgiving
nature, I would have objected way more to having someone hose me down with cold water, way more than they did! The girls all seemed to enjoy the attention, including Jessica (our 23 year old Dexter). They all got ribbons
and we had a good time with them too.
 Our other animals
| Black Diamond Farm Weldon |
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| A typical young Black Diamond - bred bull |
Dexter Cattle: Our main focus of concern. We raise the short-legged variety as they
are more suited to the small farm. The dual purpose carcass provides enough meat for the average family.
The milking cow produces plenty of milk, too.
Raw milk safety
| Irish Rose of Grandview and her calf - "scooter" |
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